Getting around Plymouth and interacting with the local community while remaining conscious of our environment is simple and easy. Here are some things you can do:
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Walk
Simple yet effective and no fossil fuels needed. It only takes 10 minutes to walk from one side of campus to the other.
Take the Shuttle
Plymouth State offers students a shuttle service to reduce the amount of drivers on Campus. Take advantage of these free services, especially on rainy days.
*The Shuttle travels to Walmart on Saturdays. See the Shuttle Schedule for more information.
Take a Bus
Headed home for summer, winter, or spring break? Don’t make your parents drive all the way to Plymouth! Take a bus home! It is cost effective, timely and someone else does all the driving. Check out Concord Trailways – they stop in Plymouth daily.
Telecommute
If you don’t need to be present, use a messaging system on the telephone or write an e-mail.
Plan your trip
If you are going to drive a personal vehicle, know where you are going and try to avoid driving aimlessly, which will conserve fuel.
-Print out directions on recycled, double-sided paper
-Change the color to gray to save ink
Car Pool
When using personal transportation, ask your friends if they need a ride. This will help to reduce the cost of your gas and the number of cars on the road.
Take Care of Your Car
- Use cruise control to maintain a steady speed when possible.
- Drive the speed limit – you can save 15-20% by driving 65 instead of 75. Optimum MPG are found at 35-45 MPH.
- Avoid carrying unnecessary, heavy items around in your car. On trips, avoid using roof-racks, car-top packs or towing a trailer if at all possible.
- Keep the air and fuel filters clean.
- For more information check out http://www.globalstewards.org/town.htm
Jog
It’s faster than walking, better for you, and doesn’t impact the environment negatively.
Ride a Bike
Great exercise and fun, too. Students can rent bikes through Rec Programs for free!
Ride a Longboard/Skateboard
Many folks here at Plymouth snowboard; longboarding is similar and learning to do it is rather easy. If you are looking to cut your time getting to class, try a longboard on for size.
Ride a scooter
Bring back that old-school style – rock the scooter.
Do whatever you can
If you have an original idea to save some fuel or transport yourself cheap and easy, get to it. Every little bit helps!
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